SKU: KN.42429S
UPC: 822795424294.
With an infectious rock groove, hip voicings and a strong melody, this medium level chart is sure to be a hit! The open solo section (written or ad lib) provides plenty of space for your soloists to stretch out. Duration ca. 5:00.
SKU: AP.JEM01023C
UPC: 654979994107. English.
Composed by the Grammy¨ award-winning composer/producer Quincy Jones, this is an emotional ballad featuring tenor or soprano saxophone that will touch the hearts of both performers and audience alike. Lush chords and a tender piano introduction set the mood for this superb chart arranged in collaboration by Quincy Jones and Sammy Nestico. This song was originally written as the Gymnastics Theme for the 1984 Olympiad. Playable by an experienced jazz ensemble, this is a sensational ballad. Strongly recommended!
SKU: KN.SN70032S
UPC: 822795700329.
The first 12 measures of this chart require good balance and presence from the rhythm section (preferably electric). A nice and full dynamic change at measures 29 and 61 is necessary, and the saxophone countermelody in the last ensemble section (measure 61) should be strongly played and clearly heard.
SKU: KN.42102
UPC: 822795421026.
Commissioned by the Oak Park (IL) Chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota in memory of Sue Pranno, this strong bossa nova at the medium level sizzles from the opening measure. The strong rhythmic groove is always pushing the ensemble and the open solo section (written or ad lib) provides flexibility in the choice of soloists. Playable by 12-17 players, optional parts are included for flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes. Duration 4:10. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.42102S
SKU: KN.42633S
UPC: 822795426335.
Just as you'd expect to find at a late night diner, this chart serves up a slow, greasy blues -- according to Doug Doug Beach, the greasier, the better! All is built around a down-home, 12/8 feel with a strong melody and great ensemble work adding just the right spice. The solo section can be opened up for additional soloistsa written solo sheet for trumpet and alto is included for players lacking improvisation experience. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration 5:13.
SKU: KN.FDB2303
12 x 9 inches.
Bring the holidays on in a Latin fashion with this medley of three Christmas classics. God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; O Christmas Tree and Jingle Bells are all arranged over a strong Bossa Nova groove. Great tunes, solid voicings and space for your soloists all add up to a medley that will be the hit of your holiday program. And the flexible Jazz Foundations scoring guarantees that virtually any combination of instruments will work.
SKU: KN.FDB2303FS
SKU: KN.SN70233S
UPC: 822795702330.
Featured on the CD recordings A Portrait Of Sammy and Basie-cally Sammy, this very bright jazz outing in a soft two-beat style is first presented by a small combo -- tenor, trumpet, trombone, vibes, guitar -- before transitioning into the tenor and trumpet solo segments. A hard-swinging ensemble chorus gives this exciting chart a strong finish.
SKU: KN.61527S
UPC: 822795615272.
This modern chart for advancing groups will showcase the ability of your band to sustain a strong sense of time throughout. The lengthy solo section vamps on two chords for an improvised conversation between trumpet and tenor, and may be extended for a single soloist if desired. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 5:20.
SKU: KN.00790
UPC: 822795007909.
First released in 1954, this setting of the 19th-century folk song popularized by Glenn Miller in 1939 begins with an 8-bar marcato intro before settling into the familiar swing groove. The thematic build is gradual and dramatic -- saxes alone, then saxes with trombones, then saxes, trombones and trumpets together -- and the finishing shout is loud and strong. All rhythm section parts are fully notated, brass ranges are very accessible, and no improvisation is required. Duration 2:05.
SKU: KN.52253
UPC: 822795522532.
This medium level Salsa chart is an electrifying addition to Doug's catalog. Commissioned by Robert Blazek's Youth Jazz Ensemble of DuPage, Illinois, the fiery rhythm section groove provides the foundation for strong sax and brass lines. Duration 5:00. ** Errata: Measure 84 - missing note on beat 4: 1st Tenor Sax - B on first ledger line; 2nd Tenor Sax - F top line; 3rd Trumpet - B middle line; and 4th Trumpet - F first space.
SKU: KJ.ZB390F
UPC: 8402702307.
A ballad is the great way to feature a strong soloist, but what if the ballad is not written to feature the correct instrument? Afterglow solves this problem by including solo parts and ensemble parts in EACH PART of the jazz ensemble. Any player in the band can play the solo part while the rest of the players play their ensemble parts. Correlated with the Standard of Excellence Advanced Jazz Ensemble Method, the improvisation portion of the solo part includes a written out embellished version of the melody. - Beginning Level Jazz Charts - Flexibly orchestrated so that they can be played with as few as 9 players. - Everyone in the ensemble has an opportunity to improvise in the open solo section. - Includes two suggested solos and a CD with a solo practice track, to facilitate successful improvisation.
About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method
The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!
SKU: KN.52253S
This medium level Salsa chart is an electrifying addition to Doug's catalog. Commissioned by Robert Blazek's Youth Jazz Ensemble of DuPage, Illinois, the fiery rhythm section groove provides the foundation for strong sax and brass lines. Duration 5:00. ** Errata: Measure 84 - missing note on beat 4: 1st Tenor Sax - B on first ledger line2nd Tenor Sax - F top line3rd Trumpet - B middle lineand 4th Trumpet - F first space.
SKU: KN.41928S
UPC: 822795419288.
Take a strong R&B groove, add a fun-to-play melody with a catchy hook, stir in some solid ensemble writing, and you have the recipe for a rock chart that will be a hit with students and audiences alike. The solo section features a 16-bar blues that will be a great vehicle for young soloists to develop their jazz chops. Scored at the very easy level for 5 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band, written or ad lib solos for all and optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F are included. Duration 4:52.
SKU: KN.TDB2301
With an infectious shuffle-funk groove, hip voicings and a strong melody, Grandview Groove is sure to be a hit on any concert. The open solo section provides plenty of space for your soloists to stretch out as well. Scored at the medium level, this Doug Beach original will be accessible to the abilities of many groups.
SKU: KN.TDB2301FS
SKU: KN.42812
UPC: 822795428124.
From the opening notes to the final chord, this Latin scorcher bristles with excitement. The combination of a strong melody, samba groove, and plenty of full ensemble work make it an ideal program opener or closer. Written lines for the open solo section are provided for all instruments, but improvisation should be encouraged. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration 4:03.
SKU: KN.42005
UPC: 822795420050.
As one of the most important American music forms, the blues is an essential concept for developing students who are learning about jazz improvisation and ensemble playing. This easy level swinger has it all -- a strong melody, solid ensemble writing and an open solo section (written solos provided). Duration 2:55.
SKU: KN.42436
UPC: 822795424362.
Commissioned by the Waverly High School Jazz Ensemble (NE) directed by Jim Kucera, this straight-ahead swinger for medium level groups provides an abundance of teaching opportunities. The strong melody, solid ensemble writing, blues based changes and an open solo section (written or ad lib) all combine to create a chart that can be an effective opener or closer. Duration 4:05.
SKU: KN.42370S
UPC: 822795423709.
From the opening notes to the final chord, this exciting Latin original features a strong melody, open solo space for all (written or ad lib), and plenty of full ensemble work. Duration 3:05.
SKU: KN.42108
UPC: 822795421088.
This swing chart is the perfect vehicle to give your group the change to move past the blues. The strong melody couples perfectly with the solid ensemble writing to create an abundance of teaching opportunities, and includes an open solo section (written solos provided).
SKU: KN.42370
SKU: KN.42108S
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